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Xiaomi 12 phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi 12 Specifications

Xiaomi

Released 2021, Dec 28

8 / 12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)

  • 179g or 180g, 8.2mm thickness
  • Android 12, MIUI 13
  • 128GB/256GB storage, no card slot

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.9
Display 9.1
Performance 8.8
Camera 7.6
Body 6
Gaming 8.9
Software 4.4
Connectivity 9.4
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 7.9/10

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Quick specifications

6.28"

1080x2400 pixels

50MP

4320p

8/12GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

4500mAh

67W50W

Score breakdown

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7.9 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 7.9/10
Display 9.1/10
Camera 7.6/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 8.9/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
4 nm 3.00 GHz BT 5.2 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2021

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - International
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42 - China
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - International
??? 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2021, December 28
Status Available. Released 2021, December 31
Dimensions 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.2 mm (6.01 x 2.75 x 0.32 in)
Weight 179 g or 180 g (6.31 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1100 nits (peak)
Size 6.28 inches, 95.2 cm2 (~89.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~419 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
OS Android 12, MIUI 13
Chipset Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Adreno 730
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 3.1
Triple 50 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS

13 MP, f/2.4, 12mm, 123?? (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12??m

5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto macro), AF
Features Color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 8K@24fps (HDR), 4K@30/60fps (HDR10+), 1080p@30/120/240/960fps, 720p@1920fps, gyro-EIS
Single 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 0.7??m
Features HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Tuned by Harman Kardon

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 or 6e (market dependent), dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
NFC Yes (market/region dependent)
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
??? Virtual Proximity Sensing
Type Li-Po 4500 mAh
Charging 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 39 min

50W wireless, 100% in 53 min

10W reverse wireless
Colors Gray, Blue, Purple, Green
Models 2201123G, 2201123C
SAR 1.09 W/kg (head) 0.91 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.60 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body)
Price ??????109.99 / $???304.99 / ?????165.61
Performance AnTuTu: 985115 (v9)

GeekBench: 3652 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 75fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 896 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.3 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 82h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Xiaomi 12 worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi 12 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 7.9/10 for its class; reference price around $305 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Xiaomi 12 good for gaming?

Xiaomi 12 scores 89/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi 12?

Xiaomi 12 has a 4,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi 12 have?

Xiaomi 12 features a 6.28-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Xiaomi 12 have?

Xiaomi 12 is available with 8 / 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi 12?

Genze rates Xiaomi 12 7.9/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

What is the estimated price of Xiaomi 12?

Our estimated reference price is $305 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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